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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bessemer, WV
The cost of independent living in Bessemer is about $4,596 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 143 options. Read 1800 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They are very good. The place is very clean, and the staff is friendly. They are willing to help. We pay our own electric though, and it's a lot more expensive than I was expecting. There is about an 85%...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Covenant Village offers opportunities to meet new friends,share new adventures and stay physically fit. Covenant Village offers much more than exceptional apartments homes. Our relaxing,inviting community spaces are also perfect for socializing with family and friends. In so many ways, Covenant...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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My mother is doing well with her move to this community. I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This is a lovely community, and everything looks great. The staff have been great to work with....
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Featuring attractive, spacious apartment homes, Cascades Village has been expertly designed to suit the needs of active, independent adults at least 55 years of age with income limits. Our beautiful, apartment homes feature one or two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Marshall Manor provides gracious Assisted Living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In a beautifully designed setting, our program places its emphasis on hospitality and quality of life, while offering a full range of amenities and services. Our Special Needs Program is for moderate to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Bessemer, WV
The average cost of senior living in Bessemer is $4,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carpendale, WV with an average of $3,502 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bessemer, WV vs. nearby cities
Bessemer, WV
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bessemer, WV vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bessemer vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bessemer, WV by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Bessemer
Recent reviews for independent living in Bessemer
Sommerset Retirement Community in Sterling, VA
5.0
We all love the staff. The food is good, serving 3 square meals a day, Every Day. I would most definitely recommend this facility to others.
Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA
5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD
4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and welcoming community. Residents and staff are described as warm and friendly in numerous reviews at various communities, such as Arbor Terrace of Herndon, Sommerset Retirement Community, and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. New residents are made to feel welcome and accepted, leading to a strong sense of communit ...
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Thoughtful and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the helpfulness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities, including Arbor Terrace of Herndon, Harmony at Chantilly, and Sommerset Retirement Community. Staff go above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs, ensuring a positive living experienc ...
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Active social calendar. Communities offer a variety of activities and events to keep residents engaged, as noted in reviews for Waltonwood Ashburn, Arbor Terrace of Herndon, and Sommerset Retirement Community. These activities include fitness programs, games, music, and outings to local attractions.
Personalized care arrangements. Reviews at Harmony at Chantilly, Hessler Heights, and Arbor Terrace of Herndon mention the flexibility of care options for residents, allowing them to receive the level of assistance they need while maintaining their independence. Care services include dining, housekeeping, and transportat ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Communities like Arbor Terrace of Herndon, Falcons Landing, and Sommerset Retirement Community are praised for their cleanliness and upkeep in the reviews. Residents appreciate the well-maintained common areas, private apartments, and outdoor spaces.
Secure and safe living environment. Several reviews for communities such as Sommerset Retirement Community, Hessler Heights, and Falcons Landing highlight the sense of security and safety provided to residents. Peace of mind comes from the presence of security features, emergency response systems, and caring staff.
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Bessemer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bessemer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bessemer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bessemer independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bessemer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bessemer, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.9%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Bessemer independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bessemer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bessemer, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bessemer independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Bessemer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bessemer, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.2%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
45.7%
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Falcons Landing, Sommerset Retirement Community and Sunrise of Montgomery Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bessemer, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
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